Description
Creamy strawberry swirl cheesecake merges classic New York style with fruity flair. Silky cream cheese and fresh strawberry puree create a luxurious dessert that delights sweet-craving palates.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 tbsps (85 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ½ cups (360 ml) graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 24 oz (680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
- ¼ cup (60 ml) heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (150 grams) fresh strawberries, chopped
- ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Crust Preparation: Blend graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter into a moist, sandy mixture. Press firmly into a 9-inch springform pan, creating a compact base that will anchor the cheesecake’s delicate structure.
- Crust Baking: Place the crust in a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for 10 minutes, allowing it to develop a light golden hue and crisp texture. Remove and let cool completely.
- Filling Creation: Whip cream cheese mixture until velvety smooth, ensuring no lumps disrupt the silky consistency. Incorporate strawberry puree, gently folding to create elegant marbled swirls throughout the filling.
- Cheesecake Assembly: Pour the strawberry-infused cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust, using a spatula to distribute evenly and eliminate potential air pockets.
- Baking and Cooling: Bake in the oven’s center, monitoring carefully to prevent over-browning while maintaining a creamy texture. Once finished, allow the cheesecake to cool gradually at room temperature, then refrigerate for several hours to set and intensify its flavor profile.
- Finishing Touch: Carefully release the springform pan and embellish with fresh strawberry slices or additional strawberry sauce, creating an elegant and inviting dessert presentation.
Notes
- Maintain Precise Temperature: Keep oven temperature steady at 325°F to prevent cracking and ensure even baking of the delicate cheesecake.
- Control Cream Cheese Consistency: Bring cream cheese to room temperature and beat until completely smooth to avoid lumpy texture and achieve silky cheesecake filling.
- Create Perfect Swirl Technique: Add strawberry puree gently and use a knife or toothpick to create elegant marbled patterns without overmixing the batter.
- Prevent Cracking Secrets: Use a water bath method or place a pan of water in the oven during baking to create humid environment and reduce surface cracks on the cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 240 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg